Orofer D3 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Orofer D3 Tablet Benefits

Orofer D3 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Osteopenia
Rickets
Anemia in Pregnancy
Vitamin B9 deficiency
Anemia of Chronic Disease
Iron Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite

Orofer D3 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Orofer D3 Tablet Side Effects

No side effects of Orofer D3 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Orofer D3 Tablet.

Orofer D3 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Orofer D3 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Is the use of Orofer D3 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
What is the effect of Orofer D3 Tablet on the Kidneys?
What is the effect of Orofer D3 Tablet on the Liver?
What is the effect of Orofer D3 Tablet on the Heart?

Severe Interaction of Orofer D3 Tablet with Other Drugs

Orofer D3 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Colchicine

Levodopa

Carbidopa

Chloramphenicol

Moderate

Cholestyramine

Furosemide

Caffeine

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Calcitonin

Tetracycline

Levothyroxine

Omeprazole

Esomeprazole

Ranitidine

Chloramphenicol

Vitamin C

Chloramphenicol

Metformin

Omeprazole

Ranitidine

Hydralazine

Mild

Estradiol

Conjugated Estrogens

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Orofer D3 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orofer D3 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Allergy
Peptic Ulcer
Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Seizures

Frequently asked Questions about Orofer D3 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Orofer D3 Tablet?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Orofer D3 Tablet is a brand name of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, sachet, and injection. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of diseases that results from vitamin D3 deficiency (rickets, osteoporosis, and osteomalacia) and to treat nutritional deficiency of vitamin D3 due to imbalanced diet and its deficiency which is caused by some disease states (malabsorption syndrome, Crohn's disease, and liver diseases). It is also used in the Crohn's of calcium (hypocalcemia) caused by hypoparathyroidism which is decreased levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) from parathyroid glands.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Orofer D3 Tablet?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dose of Orofer D3 Tablet varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Oral tablet of Orofer D3 Tablet can be taken with or without food because food does not affect its absorption. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function and heart diseases.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Orofer D3 Tablet with aspirin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Orofer D3 Tablet can be taken with aspirin. No clinical meaningful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Orofer D3 Tablet along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Orofer D3 Tablet?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Usually, Orofer D3 Tablet is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed as the excess of a vitamin can also cause hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D) in our body that can lead to unpleasant side effects such as high blood pressure, increased heart rate, and fatigue.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Orofer D3 Tablet cause constipation?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Orofer D3 Tablet can cause constipation if taken this drug more than the recommended doses. It is a common side effect of this drug. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.